This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension and/or permanency
The Budget and Resourcing Systems Branch is part of the Financial Planning and Resourcing Directorate. The Branch is responsible for the management of all of the budget and resourcing systems for the Department.
The Role
If successful, you will manage and maintain E-Business financial accounting and reporting systems. You will be required to maintain systems and controls to support budget allocations, budget reviews, management reporting, school resourcing, financial modeling and the cash-flow management of the Department’s corporate budget.
Within this role you will liaise with other finance staff and Information Communication and Technologies (ICT) in the development and maintenance of appropriate financial systems. You will also be assisting with the support and training of cost centre managers and other users of the corporate budgeting and reporting tool.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ben Langfield, Principal Consultant Budget and Resourcing Systems, Financial Planning and Resourcing on (08) 9264 4801 or by emailing benjamin.langfield@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- hold a relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, finance or related field or equivalent substantial experience.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to six (6) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated well developed skills and considerable experience in the management of the provision of user friendly and integrated financial management systems and substantial knowledge of contemporary financial management methodologies, systems and practices.
- Demonstrated well developed interpersonal and communication skills to undertake consultation, collaboration and negotiation and to build effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders on financial issues.
- Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including experience in contributing to reports, briefing papers and responses to requests for information or advice.
- Demonstrated well developed skills and experience in achieving outcomes and delivering quality projects, products and services consistent with customer needs and defined quality expectations, including timeliness.
- Demonstrated well developed analytical and conceptual skills to provide innovative solutions to complex problems.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE962248
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday 14 April 2025
